Brother MFC-J1215W vs HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e
HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Brother MFC-J1215W | HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $450 | $418 |
| After 2 years | $710 | $645 |
| After 3 years | $970 | $873 |
HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Brother MFC-J1215W | HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | inkjet | inkjet |
| Color support | color | color |
| Device type | multifunction | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy | print, scan, copy, fax |
| Print speed (mono) | — | 22 ppm |
| Print speed (color) | — | 18 ppm |
| Resolution | 6000 x 1200 | 1200 x 1200 |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 2,500 pages | 25,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | 1,000 pages/mo | 1,500 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | No | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | Yes | Yes |
| Display | — | 2.7-inch touchscreen control panel with CGD (color graphic display) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | No | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal, A4 | Letter, A4, Photo |
| Weight (kg) | 6.49 | 9.29 |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother MFC-J1215W
Cheapest to run: Brother LC404BKS INKvestment Standard-yield Black Ink Cartridge — $32.49 · 4.3¢/page · 750pg yield
HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e
Cheapest to run: HP 937e EvoMore Black Original Ink Cartridge — $94.89 · 3.8¢/page · 2,500pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e — about 12% lower cost per page (3.8¢ vs 4.3¢).
- A lower upfront budget: HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e — $0 less to buy.
- If you need faxing: HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e — it adds faxing, which the Brother MFC-J1215W doesn't do.
Where to buy
Brother MFC-J1215WBuy — $190.00
HP OfficeJet Pro 9125eBuy — $189.89
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother MFC-J1215W or the HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e?
- The HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 12% cheaper per page (3.8¢ vs 4.3¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother MFC-J1215W or the HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e?
- The HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e is about $0 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother MFC-J1215W and the HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e?
- Functions: Brother MFC-J1215W print, scan, copy, HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e print, scan, copy, fax. Resolution: Brother MFC-J1215W 6000 x 1200, HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e 1200 x 1200. Duty cycle (monthly): Brother MFC-J1215W 2,500 pages, HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e 25,000 pages. Recommended volume: Brother MFC-J1215W 1,000 pages/mo, HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e 1,500 pages/mo.